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Oracle’s Larry Ellison Sells San Francisco Property in Off-Market $45 Million Deal
The 10,742-square-foot property was built 1958 and was acquired by Ellison around 1988 for $3.9 million. Continue Reading Oracle’s Larry Ellison Sells San Francisco Property in Off-Market $45 Million Deal
Coastal Florida and LA Metro Area Top List of 2025’s Most Expensive Home Sales
2200 Gordon Dr. in Naples, Florida, was the most expensive home sale of the year at $133 million. Continue Reading Coastal Florida and LA Metro Area Top List of 2025’s Most Expensive Home Sales
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Maryland to See Average Increase of 12.7% on Property Tax Assessments
All 23 counties and Baltimore City will see increases in property values. Continue Reading Maryland to See Average Increase of 12.7% on Property Tax Assessments
Mamdani Focuses on Housing During First Day as NYC Mayor
Mamdani also signed an executive order revoking all orders issued by former Mayor Eric Adams following his indictment in September 2024 on federal corruption charges. Continue Reading Mamdani Focuses on Housing During First Day as NYC Mayor
A Phil Hall Op-Ed: Predictions for the Real Estate World in 2026
The coming year will see major changes in Congress, the Federal Reserve, and the housing market. Continue Reading A Phil Hall Op-Ed: Predictions for the Real Estate World in 2026
Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Year of 2025
A look back at the year in real estate news. Continue Reading Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Year of 2025
The Most Expensive Celebrity Real Estate Deal of 2025 Is…
Film and television producer Byron Allen’s $82.5 million sale of his full-floor condo at 220 Central Park South in New York City topped the list. Continue Reading The Most Expensive Celebrity Real Estate Deal of 2025 Is…
New Jersey Home Sales Slump While Prices Keep Rising
The median sale price on a single-family home increased by 4.4% to $590,000. Continue Reading New Jersey Home Sales Slump While Prices Keep Rising
$15 Million Allocated for Virginia Workforce Housing Investment Program
The new funding will be used to support middle-income housing development in 14 localities. Continue Reading $15 Million Allocated for Virginia Workforce Housing Investment Program
Freddie Mac’s Christmas Gift: Mortgage Rates Continue to Decline
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.18% as of Dec. 24, down from last week when it averaged 6.21%. Continue Reading Freddie Mac’s Christmas Gift: Mortgage Rates Continue to Decline
Alabama Recorded Increase in Home Sales During November
The median sales price in Alabama grew by $39,275 year-over-year to $251,784, an 18.5% annual increase but a 0.6% drop month-over-month. Continue Reading Alabama Recorded Increase in Home Sales During November
Mortgage Application Activity Down by 5%
Among the federal programs, the FHA share of total applications increased to 20.8% from 19.5% the week prior. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Down by 5%
Minnesota Mayors Blame Reckless State Spending for Property Tax Hikes
“Our residents deserve better than deficits, economic decline and policies that push families and businesses away,” the letter said. Continue Reading Minnesota Mayors Blame Reckless State Spending for Property Tax Hikes
Virginia Home Sales Down in November
The statewide median sales price reached $425,000 in November, up $10,000 for a 2.4% year-over-year increase. Continue Reading Virginia Home Sales Down in November
FHFA Issues Enterprise Housing Goals Final Rule for 2026-2028
This Final Rule is effective Feb. 23, 2026. Continue Reading FHFA Issues Enterprise Housing Goals Final Rule for 2026-2028
